10 Ways for Your Bridal Party to Bond Before the Big Day

10 Ways for Your Bridal Party to Bond Before the Big Day

Your younger sister. Your best friend from childhood. Your BFF from high school. Your sorority sister. Your co-worker-turned-bestie. They all have a special place in your heart, and will all be equally important standing next to you on your special day as bridesmaids. They might already be friends, but chances are – especially if you have a large bridal party – your bridesmaids might not be as close with each other as they are with you. Eliminate some of the tension and any potential awkward encounters on your wedding day with special bonding activities prior to the wedding day. Here are 10 ideas we love!

Spa Day
What bride and her girls don’t love a day of pampering? From manicures to facials, massages and more, the serene, relaxing environment would be the perfect place to break the ice.

Wine Tasting
Wine tastings are not only a great way to bond with your fellow bridesmaids, but they are also a great opportunity to try something new. There might even be a wine tour in your area that will allow you and your ‘maids to test out several wineries and their selection of wines.

Barre Class
A fun activity that also doubles as a killer workout, barre class is the perfect way to bond with the bridal party and do a little toning for that bridesmaid dress.

Bridesmaid Dress Shopping
With the mix-and-match bridal party continuing to grow in popularity, many brides are inviting their entire bridal party to select their own gown for the special day. This is the perfect opportunity for your bridesmaids to all meet and show off their unique style before the wedding day.

Cooking Class
Many cooking classes have attendees pair off to create a delicious meal, so take this as an opportunity to pair two bridesmaids who might not know each other very well. They’ll have a chance to chat one-on-one, and will walk away with a delicious creation!

Karaoke Night
Nothing brings a group of girls together like a cocktail and a sing along.

Floral Workshop
A floral workshop is the perfect way to let your bridesmaids show off their creative sides and bond before the wedding day. Many floral companies offer special workshops around the holidays, but you could also use this as an opportunity to create florals for your wedding, if you are going the faux flower route.

Movie Night
Invite all your bridesmaids over for a night of wine, popcorn, and wedding-themed movies. Bonus points if everyone is in matching pajamas!

Painting Party
One of the most popular activities for a group of friends, a painting party is an easy way for your bridal party to bond. Casual chatter is inevitable as you paint the night away!

Potluck Brunch
Every girl loves brunch, so why not take it up a notch and host a potluck brunch for your bridesmaids! Encourage everyone to bring their favorite dish, and spend the morning sipping on mimosas and sharing stories.